Equipment Operator
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor
Overview
For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Reworld is dedicated to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Reworld partners with businesses to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet sustainability goals.
Reworld differentiates itself through an ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!
About the role
As an Equipment Operator/Maintenance, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient processing of inbound materials, refuse of various forms through Reworld's industrial disposal process and maintenance of the equipment.
Position Responsibilities- Waste processing
- Receive and process inbound materials, through the safe operation of various types of industrial equipment, such as: forklift, track hoe, skid steer, vacuum truck, tanker truck, roll-off truck, walking floor trailer, pressure washer, material handling equipment, and various hand tools
- Receive, weigh, unpack, and label containers, as necessary
- Safely operate industrial equipment to consolidate dumped refuse on the tipping floor
- Follow defined industrial and manufacturing good housekeeping practices at all Covanta facilities and within assigned work areas
- Exterior site maintenance and improvement, as needed, which includes litter collection, painting, snow removal and ice prevention
- Traffic Control for incoming/outgoing traffic
- Maintenance
- Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance for industrial equipment and machines and keep equipment service records.
- Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to braking system, engines, fuel system, power train, electrical system and hydraulic system.
- Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to industrial shredder system, conveyors, and auxiliary systems.
- Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
- Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
- Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Maintain & update parts inventory list for service/repairs, preventive maintenance and/or corrective maintenance.
- Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on all facility vehicles and operational equipment to ensure that efficient and safe operations.
- Operate, adjust, and maintain industrial machinery, using control and regulating devices.
- Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.
- High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
- A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a heavy industrial/manufacturing environment
- Heavy equipment operator skills
- Current valid driver's license required, CDL license is a plus.
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
- Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
- Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
- Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
- Consistently work in various weather conditions
- This position works on an 8-hour shift and must be able to work occasional extended shifts, weekends and some holidays.
- Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment
- Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
- 401k - match up to 7%
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus
All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
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